Panasonic GH5S vs Panasonic FP1

Here is a detailed assessment of the Panasonic GH5S versus Panasonic FP1, one being a Pro Mirrorless and the latter is a Ultracompact and they are both designed by Panasonic. The image resolution of the GH5S (10MP) and the FP1 (12MP) is pretty similar but the GH5S (Four Thirds) and FP1 (1/2.3") offer different sensor dimensions.

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The GH5S was announced 8 years later than the FP1 and that is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic GH5S being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic FP1 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before we go into a thorough comparison, here is a quick summation of how the GH5S matches up against the FP1 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DC-GH5S and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP1. The whole galleries are provided at Panasonic GH5S Gallery and Panasonic FP1 Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to carry your camera regularly, you have to factor its weight and measurements. The Panasonic GH5S has got outside dimensions of 139mm x 98mm x 87mm (5.5" x 3.9" x 3.4") accompanied by a weight of 660 grams (1.46 lbs) while the Panasonic FP1 has proportions of 99mm x 59mm x 19mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 151 grams (0.33 lbs).

Contrast the Panasonic GH5S versus Panasonic FP1 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are working with during that time. Below is a front view physical size comparison of the GH5S against the FP1.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the GH5S and FP1 is 62 and 95 respectively.

Typically, it's difficult to imagine the gap between sensor sizing merely by going over specifications. The visual below will give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the GH5S and FP1.

To sum up, each of the cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The GH5S with its bigger sensor is going to make achieving shallower DOF less difficult and the Panasonic FP1 will offer extra detail with its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop photographs way more aggressively. The fresher GH5S provides an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.